Top Ten Things Not to Do On Dr. Martin Luther King’s Birthday

January 16, 2023 · by John W. Howell · in top ten things not to do · 56 Comments

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It has been 95 years since Martin Luther King Jr was born. Today we celebrate his birth, although the actual day was January 15th. Today’s Top Ten is focused on just one thing not to do. Do not hate your neighbor, and learn from Dr. King’s non-violent approach to change.

I wish for a day of peace that will become so comfortable that it extends into a week, then a month, then a year. Who knows? It could last a lifetime.

Let’s hope Dr. King’s example serves to guide our behavior going forward.

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harmonykentonline · January 16, 2023 - 4:42 am ·

Enduring peace … how wonderful that would be! Have a great week, John. Hugs 💕🙂

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1. John W. Howell · January 16, 2023 - 7:09 am ·
  
  Thank you, Harmony. Here’s wishing you a wonderful week too. 🤗
  
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Klausbernd · January 16, 2023 - 5:43 am ·

What a GREAT wish, dear John 👍

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1. John W. Howell · January 16, 2023 - 7:12 am ·
  
  It seems so simple and yet so difficult. Thanks F4.
  
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Dan Antion · January 16, 2023 - 5:44 am ·

Peace extending for a lifetime, and lifetimes beyond woud be a wonderful thing, John.

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1. John W. Howell · January 16, 2023 - 7:13 am ·
  
  Then there’s Putin. *sigh* Thanks, Dan.
  
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Jill Weatherholt · January 16, 2023 - 6:46 am ·

Lasting peace on earth would be wonderful, John.

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1. John W. Howell · January 16, 2023 - 7:15 am ·
  
  I would, Jill. Till then we will have to make do with peace in our hearts. 😊
  
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Charles Yallowitz · January 16, 2023 - 7:01 am ·

Well said.

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1. John W. Howell · January 16, 2023 - 7:15 am ·
  
  Thank you, Charles.
  
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Teri Polen · January 16, 2023 - 7:45 am ·

I share that wish along with you, John.

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1. John W. Howell · January 16, 2023 - 1:21 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Teri. 😊
  
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Maggie · January 16, 2023 - 8:20 am ·

Well said, John. I would love to see the world at peace.

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1. John W. Howell · January 16, 2023 - 1:22 pm ·
  
  It hasn’t happened for a long time but we should not give up the hope.
  
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  1. Maggie · January 16, 2023 - 10:12 pm ·
    
    I agree.
    
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T. W. Dittmer · January 16, 2023 - 8:20 am ·

Great man who influenced my life. I’m sure he would share your longing for an enduring peace.

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1. John W. Howell · January 16, 2023 - 1:23 pm ·
  
  I’m sure he would. Thanks, Tim.
  
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Liz Gauffreau · January 16, 2023 - 8:34 am ·

Amen to that.

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1. John W. Howell · January 16, 2023 - 1:24 pm ·
  
  Yes indeed.
  
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Gwen M. Plano · January 16, 2023 - 8:44 am ·

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was/is one of my heroes. He lived his truths until his final days. There are few people who are as inspirational as he was. Peace–today, tomorrow, forever. Our collective choice…if only, if only. 🕊️🕊️🕊️

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1. John W. Howell · January 16, 2023 - 1:26 pm ·
  
  You are so right. If only. I think there are more people in the world who want peace than those who want war. I wish we could all get together and threaten the war-wanters with an ass whipping if they don’t stop it.
  
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  1. Gwen M. Plano · January 16, 2023 - 2:29 pm ·
    
    LOL, I like that solution! 😄
    
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  2. John W. Howell · January 16, 2023 - 7:50 pm ·
    
    😁
    
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Debbie · January 16, 2023 - 8:48 am ·

Well said, John! Wishing you a day of peace, too.

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1. John W. Howell · January 16, 2023 - 1:28 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Debbie.
  
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noelleg44 · January 16, 2023 - 9:03 am ·

Amen, John. It is the one thing above all.

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1. John W. Howell · January 16, 2023 - 1:29 pm ·
  
  You would think humankind would insist on having peace wouldn’t you?
  
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Linda Mims · January 16, 2023 - 9:49 am ·

Great wish, John! My wish is that yours comes true.

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1. John W. Howell · January 16, 2023 - 1:30 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Linda.
  
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John Hric · January 16, 2023 - 10:24 am ·

I could get hooked on that day dream.

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1. John W. Howell · January 16, 2023 - 1:32 pm ·
  
  Might even be better than three fingers. . . Wait. Of course, it would.
  
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D.L. Finn, Author · January 16, 2023 - 1:01 pm ·

Perfectly said, John 🙂

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1. John W. Howell · January 16, 2023 - 1:34 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Denise
  
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Pit · January 16, 2023 - 1:59 pm ·

I share your wish.

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1. John W. Howell · January 16, 2023 - 7:50 pm ·
  
  Thanks, Pit.
  
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  1. Pit · January 17, 2023 - 12:48 pm ·
    
    You’re welcome, John.
    
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Jan Sikes · January 16, 2023 - 4:55 pm ·

A beautiful post, John!

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1. John W. Howell · January 16, 2023 - 7:48 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Jan.
  
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petespringerauthor · January 16, 2023 - 5:36 pm ·

Probably my favorite MLK quote is, “I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character.” Amen!

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1. John W. Howell · January 16, 2023 - 7:47 pm ·
  
  Good quote, Pete.
  
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Sorryless · January 16, 2023 - 5:46 pm ·

Well said, good man.

Here’s to hope, peace and dreams.

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1. John W. Howell · January 16, 2023 - 7:46 pm ·
  
  I’ll take all three. Thanks, Pilgrim
  
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  1. Sorryless · January 17, 2023 - 4:23 pm ·
    
    Atta boy. 😉
    
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  2. John W. Howell · January 17, 2023 - 4:29 pm ·
    
    😁
    
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jilldennison · January 17, 2023 - 1:27 am ·

What an absolutely perfect post, John. We may not agree on much, but on this we definitely agree!!!

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1. John W. Howell · January 17, 2023 - 7:28 am ·
  
  Thank you, Jill. 😁
  
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John Holton · January 17, 2023 - 7:58 pm ·

Amen to that!

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1. John W. Howell · January 17, 2023 - 9:19 pm ·
  
  😁
  
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Ankur Mithal · January 18, 2023 - 2:02 am ·

Serves as a necessary reminder to all of us!

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1. John W. Howell · January 18, 2023 - 7:22 am ·
  
  Thank you, Ankur.
  
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Luanne · January 19, 2023 - 12:37 pm ·

Just popping in to say congrats on The Last Drive. I just posted my review on Amazon and Goodreads. 5 stars!!!

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John W. Howell · January 19, 2023 - 1:48 pm ·

Thank you so much for taking the time to review The Last Drive, LuAnne. I’m so glad you liked the story. You have made my day. 😁. I’m going over there now.

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Jennie · January 21, 2023 - 4:51 pm ·

Hear, hear!

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1. John W. Howell · January 21, 2023 - 7:40 pm ·
  
  😊
  
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Andrew Joyce · March 1, 2023 - 7:34 pm ·

Nailed it AND stuck the landing.

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1. John W. Howell · March 1, 2023 - 9:10 pm ·
  
  Thanks, Andrew.
  
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